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The Great Fire, 1666 (coloured engraving)
GHL27717 The Great Fire, 1666 (coloured engraving) by Doornik, Marcus Willemsz (17th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23344646
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the historic event of The Great Fire of London to your home or office with this stunning coloured engraving from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection. Depicting the devastating fire as it ravaged the city in 1666, this beautiful print is a captivating representation of Marcus Willemsz Doornik's original work, held at the London Metropolitan Archives. With intricate details and vibrant colours, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Experience the past like never before with Media Storehouse's high-quality reproductions.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.8cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This coloured engraving, titled "The Great Fire, 1666" takes us back to the bustling streets of 17th century London. Created by the talented Dutch artist Marcus Willemsz Doornik, this print showcases the devastating event that forever changed the city's landscape. In vivid detail, we witness the chaos and destruction caused by the infamous fire that raged through London for four long days. The flames leap from building to building, engulfing everything in their path with an eerie glow. Smoke billows into the sky, casting a dark shadow over what was once a thriving metropolis. Despite its somber subject matter, there is an undeniable beauty in Doornik's depiction of this historical event. The vibrant colours bring life to each element of the scene – from the intricate architecture of buildings reduced to ashes to the brave individuals desperately trying to salvage what they can. "The Great Fire, 1666" serves as a powerful reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability. It immortalizes a moment in time when London faced unimaginable devastation but ultimately emerged stronger than ever before. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry brought to us by Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, let us reflect on our own capacity for rebuilding and renewal in times of adversity. May it inspire us to appreciate our cities' rich histories while also reminding us never to underestimate their fragility.
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